An Exciting Development in Hip-Hop Radio: The Rickey Smiley Morning Show Joins HOT 107.1 Memphis
Welcome to the dawn of a new era in Memphis radio! The Rickey Smiley Morning Show, a nationally renowned Hip-Hop morning show, is making waves and continuing to broaden its reach. As of 2025, you can tune in to the humor-filled, empowering show on Memphis’ HOT 107.1. The show’s charismatic host, comedian Rickey Smiley, along with his talented cast, have been entertaining Black audiences 60 markets. Now, they’re bringing their unique blend of raw humor and personal authenticity to the vibrant of Memphis, promising an engaging mix of entertainment and empowerment.
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show’s Impact and Expansion
Rickey Smiley’s enthusiasm for joining the Memphis market is palpable. The host, whose show is known for its personal appeal, raw humor, and authenticity, delivers an entertaining show of entertainment and empowerment with a cast of characters including Ebony Steele, Gary with da Tea, Headcrack, Juicy, Special K, and Rock T. The show entertains Black audiences daily in over 60 markets now including Memphis, TN.
Rickey Smiley’s Statement
Excited about joining the Memphis market and HOT 107.1 Smiley commented, “I’m really excited about coming to the Bluff ! The Rickey Smiley Morning Show team looks forward to -on-bet” target=”_blank”> a part of all that Memphis has to offer.”
Gary Bernstein’s Remarks
Gary Bernstein, SVP Programming, REACH Media, praises Rickey’s growth and impact. He recalls Rickey’s ongoing commitment to community service, including delivering turkeys to cancer patients’ homes in Miami and bailing an 80-year-old woman out of jail in Dallas. He anticipates significant success for the show in Memphis and beyond.
HOT 107.1 Line-up
As of now, the HOT 107.1 weekday line-up includes The Rickey Smiley Morning Show from 5am-9am. The afternoon and evening line-up will continue to provide 107 minutes of non-stop hip-hop music.
Anticipation for the Show
Chris Taylor, Operations Manager for Flinn Broadcasting in Memphis, expresses his excitement about the launch of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show on their airwaves, praising the show’s balance of music, humor, community involvement, and overall brilliance.
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